Heavy corrosion of sole bar

Background:

ICF coaches provided with 2mm turn under sheet with 11mm diameter drain holes. Heavy corrosion of sole bar within 5 years reported on these coaches. 11mm holes provided in the turn under gets chocked and does not drain water.

Drain Hole Size 50mm

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Description:

Drain hole size increased to 50 mm diameter in the turn under.

 

Implementation Status at ICF:

Implemented from Feb 2014 on GS, SCZ, SCN, SLRD and WCB coaches.